A Thanksgiving special
Let’s go beyond just thanking God for the “stuff” He’s given us. It’s always easy for me to rattle off a long list of things to be thankful for each Thanksgiving. Truly, I have been blessed (I kind of hate that word, but I’ll use it) with so many ridiculously good things. You have too. […]
I’m a perfectionist.
“Hello my name is Hanna and I’m a perfectionist.” One of my greatest gremlins in life– (You know the 80’s film? I think there was a sequel too. My parents said I wasn’t allowed to watch it, but I did anyway at my friend Rachel’s house and, of course, it scarred me. They’re nasty little […]
Is it okay to drink?
“My 21st birthday is coming up. I grew up in a home where alcohol was never present due to a family history of alcoholism. I go to a very conservation church where the whole topic is taboo. I have friends who get drunk almost every weekend, and that’s not what I want. I’ve never really […]
GRACE: receiving & extending it
A few weekends ago, I packed my bags and headed off to a retreat with my church’s youth group. Only a 30 minute drive from home, somehow the location of this camp makes me feel like we’re hundreds of miles from home– in the most relaxing and enjoyable way possible. I love our youth retreats. […]
When is it okay to consider switching roommates?
I’ve had two conversations this week (and then this question came in) about switching roommates or general plans on where to live next school year. Though it may seem a little early, you’ll be surprised how quickly in the spring semester you are going to have to make decisions on the who and where of […]
I’m just not happy at college.
“Everyone says that college is the best four years of your life, but so far it’s been pretty hard and lonely. Why does it seem like everyone else is doing so much better than me? I’m wondering if I picked the wrong school and maybe need to transfer.” Listen to me. YOU ARE NOT ALONE. […]